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FROM NAKATINDI WINA TO ESTHER MWITUMWA A treason charge against Esther Mwitumwa, daughter of former Zambian diplomat Ambassador Martha Mwitumwa-Lungu, has reopened an important chapter in the country’s political history,…
Human Rights Watch Accuses Zambian Police and Military of Post-Election Crackdown, Documents 71 Cases Human Rights Watch has accused Zambian security forces of carrying out a widespread crackdown against opposition…
By Dr. Fred M’membe There is a famous folk story told across our continent about the Ugandan dictator Idi Amin. It is said he once called an emergency cabinet meeting…
The United Kingdom Government has confirmed that its High Commission in Lusaka is engaging frequently with the Zambian Government over concerns surrounding transparency and due process, including the recent detention…
By Rev. Peter K. Nsama 16 October 2026 A Prophetic and Pastoral Word on Justice, Power and the Soul of Zambia There comes a moment when a nation must stop…
LUSAKA – The Zambia Conference of Catholic Bishops (ZCCB) has issued one of its broadest interventions on Zambia’s current political and institutional situation, warning about growing political polarisation, restrictions on…
LUSAKA – A coalition of civil society organisations has proposed a 45-day roadmap for national dialogue in Zambia, calling for structured talks involving Government, political parties, civil society, faith-based organisations…
Five civil society organisations accuse Government of undermining constitutional protections, citing cancelled passports, prolonged detention of opposition figures and the arrest of an MP. LUSAKA — A coalition of civil…
Sunday, February 8, 2026 Emmanuel Mwamba has written to the Africa Bar Association (AfBA) raising serious allegations against the Zambian Judiciary, accusing it of colluding with the Executive in what…
Prominent Constitutional lawyer John Sangwa has announced his willingness to serve the country, highlighting that Zambia’s success will only be realized through a collective approach. He declared his position in…